1952 Vauxhall Wyvern vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. (45 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1448 kg more than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon 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, 2012 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Vauxhall | GMC |
| Model | Wyvern | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
