2012 GMC Yukon vs. 1987 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Santana 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 259 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1720 kg more than 1987 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Santana, 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Santana. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 GMC Yukon | 1987 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Yukon | Santana |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2790 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2560 mm |
