2004 GMC Canyon vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2004 GMC Canyon is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 153 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Canyon weights approximately 875 kg more than 1959 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Canyon (251 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Canyon | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | GMC | Trabant |
| Model | Canyon | P 70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 22 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2390 mm |
