1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 205 kg more than 2010 GMC Canyon.
Because 2010 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Canyon. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2010 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2010 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | GMC |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 5270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 3210 mm |
