2009 GMC Envoy vs. 1978 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler 1609. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler 1609 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 1978 Chrysler 1609. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler 1609. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1978 Chrysler 1609. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler 1609. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Envoy | 1978 Chrysler 1609 | |
| Make | GMC | Chrysler |
| Model | Envoy | 1609 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |
