2005 GMC Savana vs. 1981 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 GMC Savana is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Passat 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 226 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Savana weights approximately 1637 kg more than 1981 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, 2005 GMC Savana (400 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Savana | 1981 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Savana | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
