2009 GMC Envoy vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,444 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 544 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Envoy. (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Envoy | 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
Model | Envoy | Toronado |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 7444 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 265 HP |
Torque | 435 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 91 L |