1975 Nissan Laurel vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1413 kg more than 1975 Nissan Laurel. 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Laurel. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Nissan Laurel | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Nissan | GMC |
Model | Laurel | Yukon |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2946 mm |