2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel 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 164 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (111 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Laurel. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (179 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Acadia | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
