1987 Buick Electra vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 25 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1987 Buick Electra. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 991 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 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, 1987 Buick Electra, 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Electra. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Electra | Yukon |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2471 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2946 mm |