1970 Ford Escort vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1808 kg more than 1970 Ford Escort. 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Escort | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Escort | Yukon |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 455 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 2613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2950 mm |