1988 Porsche 928 vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 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 90 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 928. (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1163 kg more than 1988 Porsche 928. 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 1988 Porsche 928. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 928 | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Porsche | GMC |
| Model | 928 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2693 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1962 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 119 L |
