1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Savana. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Camaro | Savana |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2012 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3429 mm |