2010 GMC Yukon vs. 1978 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1978 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1532 kg more than 1978 Holden Sunbird. 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 (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Holden Sunbird. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Yukon | 1978 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Yukon | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2692 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2590 mm |
