2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Starlet 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 228 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Starlet. 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1984 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1984 Toyota Starlet 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Acadia | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 40 L |
