2009 GMC Envoy vs. 1959 Riley 4
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Riley 4 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 237 more horse power than 1959 Riley 4. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1959 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1959 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 GMC Envoy (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Riley 4. 2009 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1959 Riley 4 has manual transmission. 1959 Riley 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Envoy | 1959 Riley 4 | |
Make | GMC | Riley |
Model | Envoy | 4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 63 HP |
Torque | 435 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |