1973 Honda Civic vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 40 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 1556 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 2013 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 2013 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, 2013 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 GMC Savana | |
Make | Honda | GMC |
Model | Civic | Savana |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1168 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3429 mm |