2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1986 Honda Legend
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Legend 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 (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1986 Honda Legend. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 781 kg more than 1986 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Legend. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 1986 Honda Legend | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Acadia | Legend |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |
