2001 GMC Safari vs. 1986 Mazda 929
To start off, 2001 GMC Safari is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 929 (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Safari weights approximately 330 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929.
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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
2001 GMC Safari | 1986 Mazda 929 | |
Make | GMC | Mazda |
Model | Safari | 929 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |