1971 Porsche 914 vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1971 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1971 Porsche 914.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 GMC Canyon (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Porsche 914 | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Porsche | GMC |
| Model | 914 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
