2008 GMC Envoy vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Publica 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 222 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1975 kg more than 1977 Toyota Publica. 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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Envoy | Publica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2730 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2270 mm |
