2004 GMC Safari vs. 1987 Mazda 626
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 626 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 75 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (116 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 628 kg more than 1987 Mazda 626. 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, 1987 Mazda 626, 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 (339 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (184 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 1987 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Safari | 626 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2183 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 116 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 65 L |
