2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1680 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Envoy | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2270 mm |
