1972 Ford Fairlane vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Fairlane 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 157 more horse power than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1163 kg more than 1972 Ford Fairlane. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Fairlane | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Fairlane | Yukon |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 455 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |