2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1969 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1969 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1969 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1969 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Envoy | GTO |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 6549 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 69 L |
