1976 Buick Estate vs. 2007 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1976 Buick Estate. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 9 kg more than 1976 Buick Estate. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1976 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Estate | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Estate | Canyon |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3210 mm |