2003 GMC Yukon vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 2003 GMC Yukon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Yukon (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 928. (310 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Yukon weights approximately 940 kg more than 1985 Porsche 928. 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 1985 Porsche 928. 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 (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 928. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Yukon | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Yukon | 928 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
