2004 GMC Safari vs. 1988 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fairlane 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 53 more horse power than 1988 Ford Fairlane. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 163 kg more than 1988 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 1988 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Safari | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
