2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica 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 177 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica.
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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Yukon | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
