1999 GMC Safari vs. 1983 Mazda 929
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 929 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 98 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 805 kg more than 1983 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Safari | 1983 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Safari | 929 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
