1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 703 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2008 GMC Yukon (566 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. 2008 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1985 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Corvette | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 6199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 566 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 98 L |
