2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1967 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1967 Opel Commodore. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1967 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1967 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Yukon | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
