1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 2009 GMC Savana
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 873 kg more than 1989 Avanti Avanti.
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, 2009 GMC Savana (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Avanti Avanti | 2009 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Avanti | GMC |
| Model | Avanti | Savana |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3440 mm |
