1988 Toyota Century vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Century 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 132 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Envoy weights approximately 930 kg more than 1988 Toyota Century. 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 1988 Toyota Century. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Century | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Century | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3994 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2880 mm |
