2006 GMC Savana vs. 1972 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1627 kg more than 1972 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Savana (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Carina. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Savana | 1972 Toyota Carina | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Savana | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2430 mm |