1978 Toyota Starlet 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 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Starlet. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1898 kg more than 1978 Toyota Starlet. 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 (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Starlet. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Starlet. 2010 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Starlet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Starlet | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | Toyota | GMC |
Model | Starlet | Savana |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 505 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 2673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |