2004 GMC Envoy vs. 1978 Ford Capri
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri 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 174 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 978 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. 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 1978 Ford Capri. 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
2004 GMC Envoy | 1978 Ford Capri | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Envoy | Capri |
Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4160 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2570 mm |