2004 GMC Safari vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 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 97 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 767 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. 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, 1990 Rover 400, 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Safari | 400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
