1996 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (350 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2010 GMC Yukon. (332 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1208 kg more than 1996 Ford Mustang.
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, 1996 Ford Mustang (556 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Yukon. (497 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Yukon. 2010 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mustang | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Mustang | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 332 HP |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2946 mm |
