2006 GMC Savana vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona 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 196 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1549 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Savana | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Savana | Corona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2510 mm |