2005 GMC Canyon vs. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP) has 142 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 17 kg more than 2005 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (435 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (252 Nm). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | GMC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Canyon | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1797 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 97 L |
