1969 Ford Capri vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1561 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Capri | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |
