2008 GMC Yukon vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Yukon (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 656 kg more than 1976 Plymouth Volare. 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, 2008 GMC Yukon (566 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | GMC | Plymouth |
| Model | Yukon | Volare |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 566 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |
