2005 GMC Canyon vs. 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 182 kg more than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 GMC Canyon (252 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 1977 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | GMC | Plymouth |
| Model | Canyon | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2700 mm |
