1967 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 GMC Canyon

To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 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 1060 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 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, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Chevrolet Corvette 2006 GMC Canyon
Make Chevrolet GMC
Model Corvette Canyon
Year Released 1967 2006
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5354 cc 2770 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1375 kg 2435 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 5270 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1670 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 72 L