1954 Oldsmobile 88 vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 808 kg more than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. 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 1954 Oldsmobile 88. 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | GMC |
| Model | 88 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5320 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2830 mm |
