1987 Buick Electra vs. 2004 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 770 kg more than 1987 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 2004 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Electra | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3280 mm |
