1972 Honda 1300 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda 1300 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 (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1972 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1895 kg more than 1972 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda 1300 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Honda | GMC |
Model | 1300 | Yukon |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 6000 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 517 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 148 L |