1999 GMC Safari vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra 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 85 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 595 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. 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, 1988 Opel Vectra, 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
Make | GMC | Opel |
Model | Safari | Vectra |
Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |