2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1982 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Holden Commodore 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 197 more horse power than 1982 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1982 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1453 kg more than 1982 Holden Commodore. 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 1982 Holden Commodore. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 1982 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Acadia | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
