2005 GMC Savana vs. 1978 Lada 1200
To start off, 2005 GMC Savana is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (195 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1200. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1978 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Savana (353 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1200. (85 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Savana | 1978 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | GMC | Lada |
| Model | Savana | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 39 L |
