2000 GMC Savana vs. 1966 Vauxhall Victor

To start off, 2000 GMC Savana is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Victor 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 140 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Vauxhall Victor. 2000 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1966 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1966 Vauxhall Victor 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 1966 Vauxhall Victor
Make GMC Vauxhall
Model Savana Victor
Year Released 2000 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4293 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 115 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2400 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 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2330 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 6210 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 2090 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 48 L


 

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