1951 Triumph Renown vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1951 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Triumph Renown | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Triumph | GMC |
| Model | Renown | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 2554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2946 mm |
