1989 Buick Electra vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 860 kg more than 1989 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Electra. 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, 1989 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Electra | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Electra | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2770 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3210 mm |
