1958 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 5,357 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 199 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1151 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Envoy (447 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey 100. (142 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey 100 | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | GMC |
| Model | 100 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 95 L |
