2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona 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 173 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1363 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (367 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Acadia | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2600 mm |
