2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 375 kg more than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Pontiac Bonneville. 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 Pontiac Bonneville (415 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1975 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Canyon | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 6556 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3140 mm |
