2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1505 kg more than 1977 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 GMC Acadia (367 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | GMC | Seat |
| Model | Acadia | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2430 mm |
