2001 GMC Envoy vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 GMC Envoy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,159 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina. 2001 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1977 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1977 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Envoy | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Envoy | Carina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4159 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
