1980 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 434 kg more than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. 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, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | Lagonda | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2768 cc |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3210 mm |
