2000 GMC Yukon vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 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 115 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 915 kg more than 1986 Porsche 944. 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 1986 Porsche 944. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (196 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Yukon | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Yukon | 944 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4819 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
