2000 GMC Savana vs. 1957 Opel Record
To start off, 2000 GMC Savana is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Savana (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 1435 kg more than 1957 Opel Record. 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, 2000 GMC Savana (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record. 2000 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1957 Opel Record has manual transmission. 1957 Opel Record will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Savana | 1957 Opel Record | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Savana | Record |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 40 L |
