2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1002 kg more than 1975 Plymouth Volare. 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 1975 Plymouth Volare. 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, 1975 Plymouth Volare (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Canyon | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | GMC | Plymouth |
Model | Canyon | Volare |
Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5898 cc |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |