2012 GMC Savana vs. 1974 Austin Marina
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin Marina would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1974 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1881 kg more than 1974 Austin Marina. 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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
2012 GMC Savana | 1974 Austin Marina | |
Make | GMC | Austin |
Model | Savana | Marina |
Year Released | 2012 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6600 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 711 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2761 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2440 mm |