2000 GMC Yukon vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel 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 146 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (123 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1981 Nissan Laurel. 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 1981 Nissan Laurel. 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 (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (222 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel. 2000 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1981 Nissan Laurel has manual transmission. 1981 Nissan Laurel 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 | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Yukon | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 222 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
