1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 492 kg more than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac DeVille | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | DeVille | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 95 L |
