2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1978 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1978 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Suburban weights approximately 58 kg more than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Acadia | 1978 GMC Suburban | |
Make | GMC | GMC |
Model | Acadia | Suburban |
Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3300 mm |