1977 GMC Suburban 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 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1977 GMC Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Suburban weights approximately 470 kg more than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 GMC Suburban. 1977 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2007 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2007 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 GMC Suburban | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
Make | GMC | GMC |
Model | Suburban | Canyon |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2830 mm |