1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1202 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Corvette | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2770 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
