1980 Honda Civic vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Canyon weights approximately 945 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Civic | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | Civic | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |
