1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1981 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 465 kg more than 1981 Avanti Avanti. 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Avanti Avanti | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Avanti | GMC |
Model | Avanti | Yukon |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2880 mm |