1970 Buick GS vs. 2007 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 805 kg more than 1970 Buick GS.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1970 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick GS | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | GS | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3210 mm |
