2006 GMC Savana vs. 1979 Skoda L
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Skoda L 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 251 more horse power than 1979 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1979 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Savana weights approximately 1712 kg more than 1979 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Savana (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Savana | 1979 Skoda L | |
| Make | GMC | Skoda |
| Model | Savana | L |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 38 L |
