2000 GMC Yukon vs. 1971 Opel Admiral
To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 4,819 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1971 Opel Admiral. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 785 kg more than 1971 Opel Admiral. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Opel Admiral. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Admiral. (227 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Admiral. 2000 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1971 Opel Admiral has manual transmission. 1971 Opel Admiral will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Yukon | 1971 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Yukon | Admiral |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4819 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2850 mm |
