2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,770 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 440 kg more than 1970 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Canyon (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Canyon | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
