2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. (185 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 828 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (434 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Acadia | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3010 mm |
