1979 Ford Fairlane vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Fairlane. (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Fairlane | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Fairlane | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3030 mm |
