2011 GMC Envoy vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. 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, 2011 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2011 GMC Envoy | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Envoy | Corona |
Year Released | 2011 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |