1999 GMC Safari vs. 1985 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Cressida 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 65 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Cressida. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 587 kg more than 1985 Toyota Cressida. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Cressida. (149 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 1985 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Safari | Cressida |
Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |