2007 GMC Savana vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1769 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Savana (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Savana | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Savana | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2410 mm |
