2009 GMC Envoy vs. 1971 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Gloria 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 196 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Gloria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1971 Nissan Gloria. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Gloria. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Gloria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Envoy | 1971 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Envoy | Gloria |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
