2005 GMC Envoy vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (275 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 45 kg more than 1974 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Envoy | 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
Model | Envoy | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 160 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 380 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 85.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3230 mm |