1999 GMC Safari vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 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 72 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 915 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla, 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 1993 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1999 GMC Safari | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Safari | Corolla |
Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 80.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |