2005 GMC Envoy vs. 1989 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,160 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 760 kg more than 1989 Toyota Camry. 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 1989 Toyota Camry. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Camry. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 1989 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Envoy | Camry |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
