2011 GMC Yukon vs. 1991 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Holden Commodore 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 (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1991 Holden Commodore. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1373 kg more than 1991 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Holden Commodore. (293 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Yukon | 1991 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Yukon | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | 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 | 2683 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2740 mm |
