1977 Kia Brisa vs. 2010 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2010 GMC Canyon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1977 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1977 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Canyon weights approximately 940 kg more than 1977 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Kia Brisa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Kia Brisa | 2010 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Kia | GMC |
| Model | Brisa | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3210 mm |
