2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Soarer 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 134 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Soarer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1354 kg more than 1981 Toyota Soarer. 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 1981 Toyota Soarer. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Soarer. (235 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Soarer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Envoy | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Envoy | Soarer |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |