2011 GMC Yukon vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1597 kg more than 1976 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (325 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Yukon | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Yukon | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2809 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2590 mm |
