1956 Isuzu Minx vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Isuzu Minx 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 236 more horse power than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (45 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1956 Isuzu Minx.
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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Isuzu Minx. (91 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Isuzu Minx. 2011 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1956 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1956 Isuzu Minx 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:
| 1956 Isuzu Minx | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Isuzu | GMC |
| Model | Minx | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |
