2000 GMC Savana vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 2000 GMC Savana is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord 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 118 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord. 2000 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1978 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1978 Honda Accord 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 | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Savana | Accord |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
