1992 Honda Accord vs. 2012 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1992 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Acadia weights approximately 702 kg more than 1992 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Accord. (199 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Accord. 2012 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Accord | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | Accord | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3020 mm |
