2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1978 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1809 kg more than 1978 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Acadia | Familia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2270 mm |
