1978 Ford Escort 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 Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (333 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1978 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 855 kg more than 1978 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Escort. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Escort 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 Escort | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |
