1978 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1978 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 350 kg more than 1978 Ford Falcon. 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 Falcon. 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Falcon | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Falcon | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
