1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-01. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-01 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1131 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
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, 2012 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda RX-01. (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda RX-01. 2012 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1995 Mazda RX-01 has manual transmission. 1995 Mazda RX-01 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Mazda | GMC |
| Model | RX-01 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2231 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |
