1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 182 more horse power than 1970 Alpine A 110. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1970 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1458 kg more than 1970 Alpine A 110. 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (447 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alpine A 110 | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Alpine | GMC |
| Model | A 110 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 83 L |
