2004 GMC Envoy vs. 1970 Toyota Century
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Century 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 144 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 310 kg more than 1970 Toyota Century. 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 1970 Toyota Century. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Century. 2004 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota Century has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota Century will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 GMC Envoy | 1970 Toyota Century | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Envoy | Century |
Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4160 cc | 2980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2870 mm |