1976 Volvo 240 vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 240. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1076 kg more than 1976 Volvo 240. 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, 2011 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 240. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Volvo 240 | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Volvo | GMC |
| Model | 240 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3429 mm |
