2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra 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 126 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Supra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 878 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Supra. (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Supra. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Yukon | Supra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 368 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
