1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 621 kg more than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 2013 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Fairlane | Savana |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3429 mm |
