2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 678 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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 (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Yukon | 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
Model | Yukon | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3230 mm |