1999 GMC Safari vs. 1989 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Blizzard 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 111 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 605 kg more than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Blizzard. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1989 Toyota Blizzard has manual transmission. 1989 Toyota Blizzard will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 GMC Safari | 1989 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Safari | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |