1982 Ford Fairlane vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1982 Ford Fairlane. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1177 kg more than 1982 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Fairlane. (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Fairlane | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Fairlane | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 4162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3280 mm |
