1980 Ford Cortina vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1980 Ford Cortina. (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1611 kg more than 1980 Ford Cortina. 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 1980 Ford Cortina. 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Cortina. 2008 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1980 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1980 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Cortina | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Cortina | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 83 L |
