1966 Toyota Publica vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Publica 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 (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Envoy weights approximately 2148 kg more than 1966 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy 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, 2011 GMC Envoy (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Toyota Publica | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Publica | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 582 kg | 2730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
