2004 GMC Envoy vs. 1964 Holden FB Special
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1964 Holden FB Special. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1964 Holden FB Special. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 910 kg more than 1964 Holden FB Special. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Holden FB Special. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Holden FB Special. (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Holden FB Special.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Envoy | 1964 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | GMC | Holden |
| Model | Envoy | FB Special |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
