2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord 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 (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1765 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1978 Honda Accord | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Envoy | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |
