1973 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2008 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 556 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1973 Chevrolet Camaro (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Camaro | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Camaro | Canyon |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 379 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |