1953 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Envoy (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 90.
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 Envoy (277 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 90. 2011 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 90 | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Austin | GMC |
Model | A 90 | Envoy |
Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2658 cc | 4161 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |