1959 Ford Popular vs. 2005 GMC Savana
To start off, 2005 GMC Savana is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Popular would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (285 HP) has 259 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 1842 kg more than 1959 Ford Popular. 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 Savana (400 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Popular | 2005 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Popular | Savana |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 4801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 285 HP |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3940 mm |
