Acadian was a brand name used by General Motors of Canada from 1962 to 1971, primarily marketed through Pontiac-Buick dealerships. The brand was initially based on the Chevrolet Nova and featured distinctive Pontiac styling elements, including a split grille. The first models introduced in 1962 included the base-line Invader and the more upscale Beaumont. In 1963, the Acadian lineup expanded to include a new model that offered a 4637 cc V8…