1985 Volvo 780 vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 780 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 780. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 761 kg more than 1985 Volvo 780. 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 (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 780. (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 780. 2013 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1985 Volvo 780 has manual transmission. 1985 Volvo 780 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Volvo 780 | 2013 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Volvo | GMC |
| Model | 780 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2383 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |
