2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1978 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1978 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1757 kg more than 1978 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (368 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1978 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Yukon | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 368 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2210 mm |
