1977 Ford Escort vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1661 kg more than 1977 Ford Escort. 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort. 2013 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Escort | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 119 L |
