2005 GMC Savana vs. 1979 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 GMC Savana is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Savana (285 HP) has 205 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 1687 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. 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 (400 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Savana | 1979 Honda Accord | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Savana | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
