1981 Buick Electra vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 32 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1981 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 881 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick Electra. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Electra | Yukon |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 2573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 119 L |