2007 GMC Savana vs. 1985 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1985 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1985 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 GMC Savana (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Savana | 1985 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Savana | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2520 mm |
