1992 Porsche 964 vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 964. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 964 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1273 kg more than 1992 Porsche 964.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 964 | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Porsche | GMC |
| Model | 964 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 72 L |
