2009 GMC Envoy vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 234 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 GMC Envoy (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT. 2009 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel GT has manual transmission. 1970 Opel GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Envoy | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Envoy | GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 53 L |
