2004 GMC Yukon vs. 1984 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Telstar 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 192 more horse power than 1984 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1134 kg more than 1984 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Telstar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 1984 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Yukon | Telstar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2520 mm |
