1970 Citroen Ami vs. 2000 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1565 kg more than 1970 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 GMC Yukon (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Ami | 2000 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Ami | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 2290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2950 mm |
