2005 GMC Canyon vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 210 kg more than 1975 Plymouth Volare. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Plymouth Volare (333 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | GMC | Plymouth |
| Model | Canyon | Volare |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
