2002 GMC Envoy vs. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2002 GMC Envoy is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 211 kg more than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (515 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Envoy | 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Envoy | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 59 L |
