2003 GMC Safari vs. 1989 TVR 400
To start off, 2003 GMC Safari is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 TVR 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 TVR 400 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR 400 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2003 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR 400 should accelerate faster than 2003 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Safari weights approximately 805 kg more than 1989 TVR 400.
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, 1989 TVR 400 (366 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 TVR 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 GMC Safari. 2003 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1989 TVR 400 has manual transmission. 1989 TVR 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Safari | 1989 TVR 400 | |
| Make | GMC | TVR |
| Model | Safari | 400 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |
