1976 Buick Estate vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 653 kg more than 1976 Buick Estate. 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 (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Estate | 2006 GMC Savana | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Estate | Savana |
Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 6210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3940 mm |