2011 GMC Yukon vs. 1993 Proton Persona
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Proton Persona 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 237 more horse power than 1993 Proton Persona. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1993 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1704 kg more than 1993 Proton Persona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 GMC Yukon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Proton Persona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Proton Persona. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Yukon | 1993 Proton Persona | |
| Make | GMC | Proton |
| Model | Yukon | Persona |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2809 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2510 mm |
