2004 GMC Safari vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (191 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 613 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Safari | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
