1964 Ford Cortina vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1964 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 1625 kg more than 1964 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 621 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Cortina. 2013 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1964 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1964 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Ford Cortina | 2013 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Cortina | Savana |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 117 L |