2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1970 Toyota Century

To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Century.

Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Century.

Compare all specifications:

2007 GMC Acadia 1970 Toyota Century
Make GMC Toyota
Model Acadia Century
Year Released 2007 1970
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3564 cc 2980 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 276 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 236 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4990 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2870 mm


 

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