2001 GMC Yukon vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 2001 GMC Yukon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Tercel. 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, 2001 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Tercel. 2001 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Tercel has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Tercel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Yukon | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Yukon | Tercel |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 1452 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
