2002 GMC Yukon vs. 1981 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2002 GMC Yukon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 4,820 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1981 Nissan Laurel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Laurel. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Yukon | 1981 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Yukon | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4820 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
