1972 Buick Riviera vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 537 kg more than 1972 Buick Riviera.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Riviera. 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, 1972 Buick Riviera (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Riviera | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Riviera | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2770 cc |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2577 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
