2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1992 Rover 800
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 800 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 121 more horse power than 1992 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 911 kg more than 1992 Rover 800. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 1992 Rover 800 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Acadia | 800 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
