2005 GMC Envoy vs. 1968 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1968 Opel Commodore. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 999 kg more than 1968 Opel Commodore. 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Commodore. (157 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 1968 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Envoy | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
