2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1969 Opel GT
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel GT would be higher. At 2,768 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1969 Opel GT. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel GT.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Opel GT. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel GT. (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1969 Opel GT | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Canyon | GT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1900 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |
