2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1981 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lincoln Continental 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 191 more horse power than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1981 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 580 kg more than 1981 Lincoln Continental. 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 1981 Lincoln Continental. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lincoln Continental. (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1981 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | GMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Yukon | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2990 mm |
