1999 GMC Safari vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Corolla 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 64 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (123 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 965 kg more than 1986 Toyota Corolla. 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 1986 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1999 GMC Safari 1986 Toyota Corolla
Make GMC Toyota
Model Safari Corolla
Year Released 1999 1986
Body Type Van Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4291 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 187 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 77 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1955 kg 990 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 75 L