1981 Buick Electra vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick Electra 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 (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1981 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 921 kg more than 1981 Buick Electra. 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 (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick Electra | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Electra | Yukon |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 455 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 2613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 98 L |