2005 GMC Envoy vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 240 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1242 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Envoy (447 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Envoy | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2088 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2380 mm |
