2009 GMC Savana vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona 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 96 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Savana | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Savana | Corona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2550 kg | 1150 kg |