2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1989 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Colt 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 194 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Colt.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Plymouth Colt. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 1989 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | GMC | Plymouth |
| Model | Acadia | Colt |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2400 mm |
