2004 GMC Envoy vs. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 114 more horse power than 2004 GMC Envoy. (271 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 108 kg more than 2004 GMC Envoy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Oldsmobile Toronado (645 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm). This means 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Envoy | 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Envoy | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4160 cc | 6967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3030 mm |
