1984 Toyota Model F vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Model F 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 223 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Model F. (87 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1984 Toyota Model F. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Model F. (162 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Model F. 2012 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1984 Toyota Model F has manual transmission. 1984 Toyota Model F will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Toyota Model F | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Model F | Savana |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 2560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3429 mm |
