1969 Toyota Crown vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1289 kg more than 1969 Toyota Crown. 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, 2012 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Crown. (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Toyota Crown | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Toyota | GMC |
Model | Crown | Savana |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2599 cc | 4800 cc |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |