2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1982 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Sunny 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 (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 915 kg more than 1982 Nissan Sunny. 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 (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Sunny. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1982 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Yukon | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
