1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 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 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 3,839 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 593 kg more than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. 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 Mercedes-Benz 380. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
| Model | 380 | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3839 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3020 mm |
