2005 GMC Canyon vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP) has 205 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 142 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (502 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Canyon | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5740 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 380 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
