2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1954 Morris Minor
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Morris Minor would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (292 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1954 Morris Minor. (30 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1954 Morris Minor.
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, 2009 GMC Yukon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Morris Minor. (54 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Morris Minor. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1954 Morris Minor has manual transmission. 1954 Morris Minor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1954 Morris Minor | |
| Make | GMC | Morris |
| Model | Yukon | Minor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 22 L |
