1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (250 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1183 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang. 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, 2010 GMC Savana (623 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Mustang | Savana |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 623 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3429 mm |