2012 GMC Yukon vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1236 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. 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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
2012 GMC Yukon | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Yukon | Granada |
Year Released | 2012 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2471 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1953 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2780 mm |