2008 GMC Savana vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 642 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Savana | 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
Model | Savana | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3230 mm |