1954 Austin A 70 vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1151 kg more than 1954 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 70 | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 70 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 83 L |
