2009 GMC Envoy vs. 1975 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Laurel 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 (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Laurel.
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 (277 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Laurel. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Envoy | 1975 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Envoy | Laurel |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |