2010 GMC Yukon vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1343 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline. 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, 2010 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Yukon | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Yukon | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2533 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2620 mm |
