1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 1042 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 2013 GMC Savana | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Camaro | Savana |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3429 mm |