2005 GMC Canyon vs. 1980 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Beetle 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 177 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Beetle. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1074 kg more than 1980 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 1980 Volkswagen Beetle. 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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volkswagen Beetle. (86 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 1980 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | GMC | Volkswagen |
| Model | Canyon | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
