2007 GMC Envoy vs. 1987 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 GMC Envoy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Carina.
Because 2007 GMC Envoy is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 GMC Envoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 GMC Envoy (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Carina. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Envoy | 1987 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Envoy | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |
