1968 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Canyon (185 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1968 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1968 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1448 kg more than 1968 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jeep CJ5 | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Jeep | GMC |
| Model | CJ5 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2830 mm |
