1975 Ford Fairlane vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 347 kg more than 1975 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (252 Nm). This means 1975 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Fairlane | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Fairlane | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |
