1973 Honda Civic vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1686 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 632 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | Civic | Savana |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1168 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 2361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3429 mm |
