1999 GMC Safari vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 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 81 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Safari weights approximately 810 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Safari | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Safari | 19 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 55 L |
