1972 Ford Torino 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 Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 785 kg more than 1972 Ford Torino. 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 (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Torino has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Torino 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:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Torino | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 98 L |
