2006 GMC Savana vs. 1975 Volvo 264
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 264. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 264 would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 264. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 264. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1087 kg more than 1975 Volvo 264. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Volvo 264. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana will offer significantly more control. 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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 264. (203 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 264.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 1975 Volvo 264 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Savana | 264 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
