2011 GMC Savana vs. 1990 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1990 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1990 Ford Falcon. 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, 2011 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Falcon. (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2011 GMC Savana | 1990 Ford Falcon | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Savana | Falcon |
Year Released | 2011 | 1990 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6600 cc | 3157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2432 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2800 mm |