1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1753 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 2009 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Ford Fiesta | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Fiesta | Acadia |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1607 cc | 3599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3030 mm |