1979 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Avanti Avanti (177 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 217 kg more than 1979 Avanti Avanti.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (252 Nm). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Avanti Avanti | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Avanti | GMC |
| Model | Avanti | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1797 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 |
