2000 GMC Savana vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 GMC Savana is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic 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 47 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Savana weights approximately 1304 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic. 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, 1990 Honda Civic, 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic. 2000 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Civic 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 | 1990 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Savana | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
