2001 GMC Safari vs. 1984 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 GMC Safari is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Crown 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 72 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Crown. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 685 kg more than 1984 Toyota Crown. 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 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Crown. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Crown. 2001 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1984 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1984 Toyota Crown 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 | 1984 Toyota Crown | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Safari | Crown |
Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |