2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1968 Nissan President
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan President 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 111 more horse power than 1968 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 972 kg more than 1968 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 1968 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 (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1968 Nissan President | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Canyon | President |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2974 cc |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2860 mm |
