1976 Chevrolet Camaro 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 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro. (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Camaro.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Camaro | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Camaro | Canyon |
Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |