1989 TVR S2 vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 TVR S2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 TVR S2 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1989 TVR S2. (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1989 TVR S2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1502 kg more than 1989 TVR S2. 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 (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 TVR S2. (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 TVR S2. 2010 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1989 TVR S2 has manual transmission. 1989 TVR S2 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 TVR S2 | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | TVR | GMC |
| Model | S2 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3429 mm |
