2008 GMC Acadia vs. 1992 GMC Typhoon
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 878 kg more than 1992 GMC Typhoon.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1992 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 1992 GMC Typhoon | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Acadia | Typhoon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2560 mm |
