2009 GMC Savana vs. 1986 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Cedric 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 199 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Cedric. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1986 Nissan Cedric. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Cedric. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Cedric. 2009 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1986 Nissan Cedric has manual transmission. 1986 Nissan Cedric will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Savana | 1986 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Savana | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2740 mm |
