2003 GMC Yukon vs. 1979 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2003 GMC Yukon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 8,131 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Yukon (335 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1300 kg more than 1979 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 GMC Yukon (618 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Yukon | 1979 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Yukon | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8131 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 618 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
