1993 Toyota Cressida vs. 2010 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Cressida. (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 722 kg more than 1993 Toyota Cressida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota Cressida is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Cressida. (279 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Toyota Cressida | 2010 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Cressida | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3020 mm |
