2005 GMC Canyon vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. (130 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 464 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire (332 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (252 Nm). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire | |
| Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Canyon | Starfire |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 130 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
