1987 Toyota Carina vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1691 kg more than 1987 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Yukon is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Carina. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Toyota Carina | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Toyota | GMC |
Model | Carina | Yukon |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 2693 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1962 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 119 L |