1982 Ford Laser vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1982 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1413 kg more than 1982 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Acadia is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Laser | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Laser | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3020 mm |
