2004 GMC Savana vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2004 GMC Savana is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Savana (295 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (237 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Savana weights approximately 838 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Savana (448 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (402 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Savana | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Savana | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2353 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
