2009 GMC Envoy vs. 1970 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Carina 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 170 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Carina. (115 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1885 kg more than 1970 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. 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 (375 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Carina. (149 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Carina. 2009 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota Carina 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 | 1970 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Envoy | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2730 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2430 mm |
