2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1975 Seat 1430
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Seat 1430 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 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1975 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1975 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 800 kg more than 1975 Seat 1430. 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 1975 Seat 1430. 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 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1975 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | GMC | Seat |
| Model | Yukon | 1430 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2430 mm |
