2005 GMC Envoy vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 238 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1244 kg more than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
| Make | GMC | Triumph |
| Model | Envoy | Mayflower |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 37 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2194 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
