1982 Volkswagen Santana vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Santana.
Because 2013 GMC Yukon is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. (145 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Santana. 2013 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1982 Volkswagen Santana has manual transmission. 1982 Volkswagen Santana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Volkswagen Santana | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Volkswagen | GMC |
Model | Santana | Yukon |
Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1927 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 98 L |