1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (283 HP) has 108 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 380 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Corvette | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
