2005 GMC Yukon vs. 1971 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (287 HP) has 220 more horse power than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 590 kg more than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. 2005 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1971 Land Rover Serie II has manual transmission. 1971 Land Rover Serie II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Yukon | 1971 Land Rover Serie II | |
| Make | GMC | Land Rover |
| Model | Yukon | Serie II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2780 mm |
