2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1980 Volvo 245
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 245 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 194 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 245. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1273 kg more than 1980 Volvo 245. 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 1980 Volvo 245. 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 1980 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Acadia | 245 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
