2009 GMC Envoy vs. 1979 Volvo 343
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volvo 343. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volvo 343 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 215 more horse power than 1979 Volvo 343. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1979 Volvo 343. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1740 kg more than 1979 Volvo 343. 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 1979 Volvo 343. 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volvo 343. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volvo 343.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Envoy | 1979 Volvo 343 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Envoy | 343 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2730 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
