2004 GMC Yukon vs. 1949 Morris Minor
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Minor would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1949 Morris Minor. (27 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1376 kg more than 1949 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Minor. (53 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 1949 Morris Minor | |
| Make | GMC | Morris |
| Model | Yukon | Minor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 916 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2190 mm |
