2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa 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 259 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1620 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 GMC Yukon (368 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Yukon | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 368 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
