2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1617 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 312. 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 Wartburg 312. 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 (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | GMC | Wartburg |
| Model | Canyon | 312 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 900 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |
