2012 GMC Yukon vs. 1979 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1765 kg more than 1979 Isuzu Florian. 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 GMC Yukon | 1979 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | GMC | Isuzu |
| Model | Yukon | Florian |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2790 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2510 mm |
