1969 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 GMC Yukon. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1151 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Yukon. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Yukon. 2010 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1969 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette 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:
1969 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Corvette | Yukon |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 2553 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 95 L |