1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 GMC Yukon. (286 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 476 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Yukon. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Yukon. 2004 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1971 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Corvette | Yukon |
Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 2005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2880 mm |