2010 GMC Yukon vs. 1983 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Commodore 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 242 more horse power than 1983 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1492 kg more than 1983 Holden Commodore. 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2010 GMC Yukon | 1983 Holden Commodore | |
Make | GMC | Holden |
Model | Yukon | Commodore |
Year Released | 2010 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1891 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2652 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2670 mm |