2000 GMC Yukon vs. 1978 GMC Suburban

To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (269 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1978 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 90 kg more than 1978 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2000 GMC Yukon (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Suburban.

Compare all specifications:

2000 GMC Yukon 1978 GMC Suburban
Make GMC GMC
Model Yukon Suburban
Year Released 2000 1978
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5326 cc 4093 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 269 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 451 Nm 242 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2290 kg 2200 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 5480 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1890 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 3300 mm


 

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