1980 Chrysler 160 vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1980 Chrysler 160. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1980 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1474 kg more than 1980 Chrysler 160. 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 (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chrysler 160. (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chrysler 160 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | 160 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 2560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3429 mm |
