2005 GMC Safari vs. 1984 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1984 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 934 kg more than 1984 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 GMC Safari. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Accord, 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, 2005 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Accord. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Safari | 1984 Honda Accord | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Safari | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |