1969 Ford Mustang vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1161 kg more than 1969 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Mustang. 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, 1969 Ford Mustang (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Mustang | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Mustang | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2770 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3210 mm |
