2000 GMC Savana vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2000 GMC Savana is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona 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 108 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 1178 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Savana | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Savana | Corona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2590 mm |