1999 GMC Safari vs. 1982 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Prairie 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 108 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 980 kg more than 1982 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 GMC Safari is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Prairie, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Prairie. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1982 Nissan Prairie has manual transmission. 1982 Nissan Prairie 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 | 1982 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Safari | Prairie |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
