2005 GMC Safari vs. 1991 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 623 kg more than 1991 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda RX-7. (270 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1991 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Safari | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 75 L |
