2010 GMC Acadia vs. 1989 Ford Laser
To start off, 2010 GMC Acadia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1989 Ford Laser. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1087 kg more than 1989 Ford Laser. 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, 2010 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Laser. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Acadia | 1989 Ford Laser | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Acadia | Laser |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2510 mm |
