1982 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 937 kg more than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. 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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Caprice | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
