2005 GMC Envoy vs. 1970 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 160 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Crown. (115 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 906 kg more than 1970 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Crown. (172 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 1970 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Envoy | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
