2008 GMC Envoy vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2008 GMC Envoy is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 431 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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 (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Envoy | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
Model | Envoy | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4159 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2960 mm |