2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 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 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1984 Renault 5. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1499 kg more than 1984 Renault 5. 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Yukon | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 51 L |
