1978 Nissan Skyline vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1614 kg more than 1978 Nissan Skyline. 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 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Skyline. 2012 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1978 Nissan Skyline has manual transmission. 1978 Nissan Skyline will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Skyline | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | Skyline | Savana |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3429 mm |
