1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2007 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1307 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina. 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 1977 Ford Cortina. 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Cortina | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Cortina | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |
