2005 GMC Envoy vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona 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 191 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (84 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 995 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Envoy | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Envoy | Corona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 84 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 135 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |