2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1989 Honda Accord

To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord 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 176 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1011 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. 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 1989 Honda Accord. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord. 2008 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Accord 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.

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2008 GMC Acadia 1989 Honda Accord
Make GMC Honda
Model Acadia Accord
Year Released 2008 1989
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 1955 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 147 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.1:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2142 kg 1131 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 60 L


 

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