1981 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1981 Ford Mustang. (173 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1981 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, 2013 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Mustang. (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Mustang | 2013 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Mustang | Savana |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3429 mm |