1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire vs. 2004 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire would be higher. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 190 more horse power than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (85 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 811 kg more than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. 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, 2004 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire. (160 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Armstrong Siddeley Sapphire | 2004 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Armstrong Siddeley | GMC |
| Model | Sapphire | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3280 mm |
