2001 GMC Yukon vs. 1987 Porsche 928
To start off, 2001 GMC Yukon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Yukon weights approximately 730 kg more than 1987 Porsche 928.
Because 2001 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Porsche 928. 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, 1987 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Yukon | 1987 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Yukon | 928 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 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 | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
