1988 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 767 kg more than 1988 Ford Falcon. 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 1988 Ford Falcon. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Falcon | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Falcon | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3030 mm |
