2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1046 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Yukon | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2340 mm |
