2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1984 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Crown 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 160 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Crown. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 872 kg more than 1984 Toyota Crown. 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 Toyota Crown. 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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Crown. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 1984 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Acadia | Crown |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
