2004 GMC Safari vs. 1985 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 TVR Tasmin (196 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 673 kg more than 1985 TVR Tasmin.
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, 2004 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 TVR Tasmin. (300 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 TVR Tasmin.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 1985 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | GMC | TVR |
| Model | Safari | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 196 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2390 mm |
