1967 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 6,490 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Impala (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 466 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Chevrolet Impala. 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, 1967 Chevrolet Impala (556 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Impala | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Impala | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6490 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |
