2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1985 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Cressida 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 153 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Cressida. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 774 kg more than 1985 Toyota Cressida. 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 1985 Toyota Cressida. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Cressida. (149 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 1985 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Acadia | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| 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 | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
