1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (109 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 883 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. 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 (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Caprice | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Caprice | Yukon |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2553 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2946 mm |