2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 305. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Peugeot 305. 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 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Acadia | 305 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2630 mm |
