1994 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (401 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2011 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Canyon weights approximately 908 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (523 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Corvette | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
