2009 GMC Envoy vs. 1963 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1495 kg more than 1963 Toyota Corona. 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 (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Corona. 2009 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1963 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1963 Toyota Corona 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 | 1963 Toyota Corona | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Envoy | Corona |
Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |