2004 GMC Envoy vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2004 GMC Envoy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 152 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Envoy weights approximately 416 kg more than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 2004 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Envoy | 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Envoy | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2171 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3030 mm |
