2009 GMC Savana vs. 1980 Volvo 343
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 343 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1980 Volvo 343. 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Savana | 1980 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Savana | 343 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
