1972 Skoda 1202 vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Skoda 1202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Skoda 1202 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1972 Skoda 1202. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1972 Skoda 1202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1568 kg more than 1972 Skoda 1202. 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, 2010 GMC Savana (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Skoda 1202. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Skoda 1202.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Skoda 1202 | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Skoda | GMC |
| Model | 1202 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 505 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3429 mm |
