1956 Volvo P 1900 vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo P 1900 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 258 more horse power than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1792 kg more than 1956 Volvo P 1900. 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 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo P 1900. 2010 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1956 Volvo P 1900 has manual transmission. 1956 Volvo P 1900 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:
1956 Volvo P 1900 | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Volvo | GMC |
Model | P 1900 | Yukon |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1414 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3302 mm |