2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 841 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. 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 (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1979 Peugeot 505 has manual transmission. 1979 Peugeot 505 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.
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2009 GMC Yukon | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | GMC | Peugeot |
Model | Yukon | 505 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 332 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2910 mm |