2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1989 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1989 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Civic. 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 (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Envoy | 1989 Honda Civic | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Envoy | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1370 mm |