1959 Ford Popular vs. 2008 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Popular would be higher. At 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1700 kg more than 1959 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon 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, 2008 GMC Yukon (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Popular. 2008 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1959 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1959 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Popular | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Popular | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3310 mm |
