2004 GMC Savana vs. 1982 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 GMC Savana is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Passat 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 226 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Savana weights approximately 1597 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Passat. 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Savana | 1982 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Savana | Passat |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2560 mm |
