1976 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado (204 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2011 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Canyon.
Because 2011 GMC Canyon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 GMC Canyon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Eldorado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac Eldorado (542 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Eldorado | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 72 L |
