2004 GMC Yukon vs. 1969 Volvo 1800
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 1800 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 162 more horse power than 1969 Volvo 1800. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1969 Volvo 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 875 kg more than 1969 Volvo 1800. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volvo 1800. (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volvo 1800. 2004 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1969 Volvo 1800 has manual transmission. 1969 Volvo 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 1969 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Yukon | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2005 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |
