2009 GMC Savana vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Savana (301 HP) has 216 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Celica. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1974 Toyota Celica. 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 (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Savana | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Savana | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2430 mm |
