2006 GMC Savana vs. 1978 Seat 131
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 131 would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Savana (300 HP) has 247 more horse power than 1978 Seat 131. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1572 kg more than 1978 Seat 131. 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 (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 131. (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 1978 Seat 131 | |
| Make | GMC | Seat |
| Model | Savana | 131 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2500 mm |
