1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2007 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2007 GMC Canyon. (242 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 74 kg more than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon. 2007 GMC Canyon has automatic transmission and 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2007 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Aston Martin | GMC |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 72 L |
