1979 Honda Accord vs. 2012 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord 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 208 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1182 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Accord | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | Accord | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
