2010 GMC Envoy vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2010 GMC Envoy is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline. 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, 2010 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
2010 GMC Envoy | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Envoy | Skyline |
Year Released | 2010 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2620 mm |