2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1966 Nissan President
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1966 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1966 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan President. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1966 Nissan President | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Canyon | President |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 2974 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
