2001 GMC Safari vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, 2001 GMC Safari is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Starion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Starion would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Starion. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Starion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 830 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Starion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Starion. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Starion. 2001 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1983 Mitsubishi Starion has manual transmission. 1983 Mitsubishi Starion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Safari | 1983 Mitsubishi Starion | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Safari | Starion |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1125 kg |
