1945 Austin 16 vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1372 kg more than 1945 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16. 2010 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1945 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1945 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Austin 16 | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Austin | GMC |
Model | 16 | Yukon |
Year Released | 1945 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |