2004 GMC Safari vs. 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP) has 105 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 93 kg more than 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp.
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, 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp (451 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 Nm). This means 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 1985 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | GMC | De Tomaso |
| Model | Safari | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
