2008 GMC Envoy vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica 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 167 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1254 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Envoy | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2640 mm |
