1981 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Crown Victoria | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Crown Victoria | Acadia |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3030 mm |