2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1992 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1183 kg more than 1992 Nissan Vanette. 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 (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Nissan Vanette. 2009 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1992 Nissan Vanette has manual transmission. 1992 Nissan Vanette 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.
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2009 GMC Yukon | 1992 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Yukon | Vanette |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2080 mm |