1974 Nissan Violet vs. 2012 GMC Yukon

To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Violet 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 268 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1726 kg more than 1974 Nissan Violet. 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 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Violet.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Nissan Violet 2012 GMC Yukon
Make Nissan GMC
Model Violet Yukon
Year Released 1974 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1428 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 64 HP 332 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 116 Nm 497 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 940 kg 2666 kg
Vehicle Length 4130 mm 5131 mm
Vehicle Width 1590 mm 2009 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1953 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2946 mm


 

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