2005 GMC Yukon vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 GMC Yukon. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 960 kg more than 1979 Porsche 930.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Porsche 930. 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, 1979 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Yukon. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Yukon. 2005 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1979 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1979 Porsche 930 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.
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2005 GMC Yukon | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
Make | GMC | Porsche |
Model | Yukon | 930 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4818 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |