2003 GMC Envoy vs. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre
To start off, 2003 GMC Envoy is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre would be higher. At 4,158 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 372 kg more than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GMC Envoy | 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre | |
Make | GMC | Rover |
Model | Envoy | 3.5 Litre |
Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4158 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2820 mm |