2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (292 HP) has 225 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 935 kg more than 1961 Land Rover A 109. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Envoy | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
Make | GMC | Land Rover |
Model | Envoy | A 109 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 376 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2780 mm |