2004 GMC Savana vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2004 GMC Savana is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Savana (285 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Savana weights approximately 912 kg more than 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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 (441 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (251 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Savana | 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Savana | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2960 mm |
