2000 GMC Yukon vs. 1981 Skoda L
To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Skoda L 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 225 more horse power than 1981 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1981 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1981 Skoda L. 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 (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Yukon | 1981 Skoda L | |
| Make | GMC | Skoda |
| Model | Yukon | L |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 38 L |
