2005 GMC Safari vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 929 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 101 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 889 kg more than 1984 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Safari | 929 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
