1971 Ford Escort vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Escort 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 294 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1861 kg more than 1971 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort. 2012 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1971 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1971 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Escort | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 2666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2946 mm |
