2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1976 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1976 Opel Commodore. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1976 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1292 kg more than 1976 Opel Commodore. 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 1976 Opel Commodore. 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Opel Commodore. (216 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1976 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Envoy | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 2783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 40 L |
