2004 GMC Canyon vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2004 GMC Canyon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Canyon (220 HP) has 102 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Canyon weights approximately 593 kg more than 1967 Mercury Comet. 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 (305 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Canyon | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Canyon | Comet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2950 mm |
