2004 GMC Safari vs. 1984 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (188 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic, 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, 2004 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic. 2004 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1984 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1984 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 1984 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Safari | Civic |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |
