1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2009 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (94 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 640 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (193 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2009 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | GMC |
| Model | 75 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 72 L |
