1978 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2009 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1074 kg more than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 GMC Envoy (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Camaro | 2009 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Camaro | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
