2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 32 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 642 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.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Envoy | 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
Model | Envoy | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3230 mm |