2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1989 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (202 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 761 kg more than 1989 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Laurel. (264 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Acadia | 1989 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Acadia | Laurel |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |