1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 963 kg more than 1994 Ford Fairlane. 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fairlane. (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Fairlane | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Fairlane | Yukon |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3983 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3302 mm |