2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1985 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (292 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Skyline.
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 (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1985 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Yukon | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
