1975 Ford Capri vs. 2008 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1156 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Capri. 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, 2008 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Capri | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
