2010 GMC Savana vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 32 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1676 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, 2010 GMC Savana (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2010 GMC Savana | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Savana | Corona |
Year Released | 2010 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 505 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2726 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2073 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2530 mm |