1975 Ford Fairlane vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 31 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 985 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.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1975 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Fairlane | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Fairlane | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 2770 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2435 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 |
