1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 5,751 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 871 kg more than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. 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 1972 Ford Gran Torino. 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Gran Torino | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5751 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 83 L |
