2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1990 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1990 Toyota MR2. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1484 kg more than 1990 Toyota MR2. 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 (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota MR2. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota MR2. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1990 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1990 Toyota MR2 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 | 1990 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Yukon | MR2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
