2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1980 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Passat 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 222 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 1980 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Acadia | Passat |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
