2000 GMC Yukon vs. 1975 Holden Torana
To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Torana 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 159 more horse power than 1975 Holden Torana. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1144 kg more than 1975 Holden Torana. 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 1975 Holden Torana. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Yukon | 1975 Holden Torana | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Yukon | Torana |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4819 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
