2000 GMC Yukon vs. 1979 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Cherry 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 216 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1979 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Cherry. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Yukon | 1979 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Yukon | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 4819 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2400 mm |
