1984 Toyota Camry vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1391 kg more than 1984 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Toyota Camry | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Toyota | GMC |
Model | Camry | Yukon |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2471 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2946 mm |