2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1961 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1171 kg more than 1961 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1961 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | GMC | Skoda |
| Model | Yukon | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 30 L |
