2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 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 130 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 797 kg more than 1986 Porsche 944. 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 1986 Porsche 944. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (196 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Acadia | 944 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |
