1975 Porsche 924 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 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 924. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1353 kg more than 1975 Porsche 924. 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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924. 2010 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1975 Porsche 924 has manual transmission. 1975 Porsche 924 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Porsche 924 | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Porsche | GMC |
| Model | 924 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 98 L |
