2005 GMC Yukon vs. 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (133 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 365 kg more than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Yukon | 1978 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Yukon | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2960 mm |
