2008 GMC Envoy vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1966 Rover P5. (122 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1966 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 705 kg more than 1966 Rover P5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Rover P5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 GMC Envoy (436 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Envoy | 1966 Rover P5 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Envoy | P5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 122 HP |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 54 L |
