2001 GMC Safari vs. 1986 Holden Astra
To start off, 2001 GMC Safari is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Astra 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 117 more horse power than 1986 Holden Astra. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1986 Holden Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Astra, 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, 2001 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Astra. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Safari | 1986 Holden Astra | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Safari | Astra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |
