2005 GMC Safari vs. 1988 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Silvia 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 57 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 846 kg more than 1988 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari will offer significantly more control. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1988 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Safari | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2440 mm |
