1999 GMC Safari vs. 1987 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari.
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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda RX-7. (271 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 1987 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Safari | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |