1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 2010 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2010 GMC Envoy is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 238 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Envoy weights approximately 855 kg more than 1961 Land Rover A 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Envoy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 GMC Envoy (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109. 2010 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1961 Land Rover A 109 has manual transmission. 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1961 Land Rover A 109 | 2010 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Land Rover | GMC |
Model | A 109 | Envoy |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 138 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2880 mm |