1984 Buick Electra vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1984 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Electra.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Electra. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Electra. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Electra | Acadia |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3030 mm |