2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina 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 181 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1146 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (140 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina. 2008 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Carina 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 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Acadia | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |
