1978 Seat 124 vs. 2012 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1142 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Seat 124 | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Seat | GMC |
| Model | 124 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3020 mm |
