2000 GMC Yukon vs. 1980 Porsche 924
To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 924 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 86 more horse power than 1980 Porsche 924. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1980 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1081 kg more than 1980 Porsche 924. 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 1980 Porsche 924. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 924. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 924. 2000 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1980 Porsche 924 has manual transmission. 1980 Porsche 924 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 | 1980 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Yukon | 924 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4819 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
