2003 GMC Envoy vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 GMC Envoy is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 116 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 110 kg more than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2003 GMC Envoy | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Envoy | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4158 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2740 mm |