1982 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry 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 204 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1460 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Camry | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Camry | Savana |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3429 mm |
