2004 GMC Safari vs. 1993 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 483 kg more than 1993 Mazda RX-7.
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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mazda RX-7. (297 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 1993 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Safari | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 238 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 55 L |
