1977 Ford Falcon vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1977 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 851 kg more than 1977 Ford Falcon. 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, 2012 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Falcon | 2012 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Falcon | Savana |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3429 mm |