2005 GMC Envoy vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 152 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 206 kg more than 1981 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, 2005 GMC Envoy (373 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2005 GMC Envoy | 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
Model | Envoy | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 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 | 1961 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3030 mm |