1978 Avanti Avanti vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 855 kg more than 1978 Avanti Avanti.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Avanti Avanti | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Avanti | GMC |
| Model | Avanti | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 6568 cc | 2770 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3210 mm |
