2005 GMC Safari vs. 1982 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 795 kg more than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1982 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Safari | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
