2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 27 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (292 HP) has 232 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1813 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Envoy | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2380 mm |
