2008 GMC Envoy vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1216 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Envoy | 211 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2230 mm |
