2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1978 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Skyline 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 (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1978 Nissan Skyline. 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 (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Skyline. (163 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Skyline. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1978 Nissan Skyline has manual transmission. 1978 Nissan Skyline will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1978 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Yukon | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
