1978 Ford Capri vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1669 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Capri | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2950 mm |
