1984 Ford GT vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford GT would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (250 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1984 Ford GT. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1291 kg more than 1984 Ford GT. 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 (623 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford GT. (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford GT. 2010 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford GT has manual transmission. 1984 Ford GT 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.
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1984 Ford GT | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | GT | Savana |
Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 623 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2421 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3429 mm |