2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1967 Honda S800
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Honda S800 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1967 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1967 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1725 kg more than 1967 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Honda S800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 1967 Honda S800 | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Acadia | S800 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 35 L |
