1972 Ford LTD vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1972 Ford LTD. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 310 kg more than 1972 Ford LTD. 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford LTD. (376 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford LTD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford LTD | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | LTD | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3927 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2880 mm |
