2005 GMC Safari vs. 1992 Lexus SC
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lexus SC would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 272 kg more than 1992 Lexus SC.
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 (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lexus SC. (285 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lexus SC. 2005 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1992 Lexus SC has manual transmission. 1992 Lexus SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1992 Lexus SC | |
| Make | GMC | Lexus |
| Model | Safari | SC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1622 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2700 mm |
