2000 GMC Yukon vs. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (269 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 852 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Yukon | 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Yukon | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 68 L |
