1983 Nissan Skyline vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1769 kg more than 1983 Nissan Skyline. 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Skyline. 2010 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1983 Nissan Skyline has manual transmission. 1983 Nissan Skyline will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Skyline | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | Skyline | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2819 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3302 mm |
