2008 GMC Yukon vs. 1983 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2008 GMC Yukon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Model F 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 304 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Yukon weights approximately 841 kg more than 1983 Toyota Model F. 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 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Yukon | 1983 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Yukon | Model F |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 566 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2240 mm |
