2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1984 Rover 3500
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Rover 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Rover 3500 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 88 more horse power than 1984 Rover 3500. (187 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1984 Rover 3500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1182 kg more than 1984 Rover 3500. 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 1984 Rover 3500. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Rover 3500. (298 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Rover 3500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 1984 Rover 3500 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Acadia | 3500 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |
