1970 Volvo 145 vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1463 kg more than 1970 Volvo 145. 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, 2011 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Volvo 145 | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Volvo | GMC |
| Model | 145 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3429 mm |
