1975 Ford Torino vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 963 kg more than 1975 Ford Torino. 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, 2007 GMC Savana (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino. 2007 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Torino has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Torino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 2007 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Torino | Savana |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 117 L |
