2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1988 Morgan 4
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1988 Morgan 4. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1988 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1565 kg more than 1988 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (368 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Morgan 4. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1988 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | GMC | Morgan |
| Model | Yukon | 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 368 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
