2001 GMC Yukon vs. 1968 Plymouth GTX
To start off, 2001 GMC Yukon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth GTX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth GTX would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth GTX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth GTX (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2001 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Yukon weights approximately 663 kg more than 1968 Plymouth GTX.
Because 2001 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Plymouth GTX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1968 Plymouth GTX (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Yukon | 1968 Plymouth GTX | |
| Make | GMC | Plymouth |
| Model | Yukon | GTX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
