1999 GMC Safari vs. 1989 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 4,291 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 700 kg more than 1989 Venturi Coupe.
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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Venturi Coupe. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Venturi Coupe. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1989 Venturi Coupe has manual transmission. 1989 Venturi Coupe 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.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 1989 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | GMC | Venturi |
Model | Safari | Coupe |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |