1978 Ford Capri vs. 2007 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri 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 137 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Capri. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri. 2007 GMC Canyon has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Canyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Capri | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Capri | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |
