2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa 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 231 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (45 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1371 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa. 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 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa. 2008 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1988 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1988 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Acadia | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
