1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (228 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 1271 kg more than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. 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, 2008 GMC Savana (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. (306 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo. 2008 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo has manual transmission. 1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1976 Alfa Romeo Navajo | 2008 GMC Savana | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
Model | Navajo | Savana |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3940 mm |