1973 Ford Cortina vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1973 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1714 kg more than 1973 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, 2006 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Cortina | 2006 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Cortina | Savana |
Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 2659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3940 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 117 L |