2011 GMC Acadia vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Acadia weights approximately 1182 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. 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, 2011 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Acadia | 1981 Honda Accord | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Acadia | Accord |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2112 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1986 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |
