2010 GMC Envoy vs. 1979 Subaru DL
To start off, 2010 GMC Envoy is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru DL 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 218 more horse power than 1979 Subaru DL. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru DL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1495 kg more than 1979 Subaru DL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 GMC Envoy is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 GMC Envoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru DL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru DL. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru DL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Envoy | 1979 Subaru DL | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Envoy | DL |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |
