2010 GMC Savana vs. 1981 Buick Century
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1981 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 790 kg more than 1981 Buick Century. 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 (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2010 GMC Savana | 1981 Buick Century | |
Make | GMC | Buick |
Model | Savana | Century |
Year Released | 2010 | 1981 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3214 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2073 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2760 mm |