2004 GMC Safari vs. 1988 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Blizzard 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 115 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 443 kg more than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Blizzard will offer significantly more control. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 1988 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Safari | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 70 L |
