2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 167 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Because 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. (170 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 has manual transmission. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 GMC Acadia | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Acadia | 200 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |