2003 GMC Envoy vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 2003 GMC Envoy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic 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 218 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. 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 1973 Honda Civic. 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 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 GMC Envoy | 1973 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Envoy | Civic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4158 cc | 1168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2210 mm |
