1999 GMC Safari vs. 1979 Zastava 132
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Zastava 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Zastava 132 would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1979 Zastava 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1979 Zastava 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 860 kg more than 1979 Zastava 132. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Zastava 132. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Zastava 132. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1979 Zastava 132 has manual transmission. 1979 Zastava 132 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Safari | 1979 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | GMC | Zastava |
| Model | Safari | 132 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
