2009 GMC Savana vs. 1971 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Savana (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 1600 kg more than 1971 Toyota Carina. 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, 2009 GMC Savana (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Savana | 1971 Toyota Carina | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Savana | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2550 kg | 950 kg |