2005 GMC Canyon vs. 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (220 HP) has 116 more horse power than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1069 kg more than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 GMC Canyon (305 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 1963 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
| Make | GMC | Morgan |
| Model | Canyon | Plus 4 Plus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2450 mm |
