2000 GMC Safari vs. 1981 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1981 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Sunny, 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, 2000 GMC Safari (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Safari | 1981 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Safari | Sunny |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |