2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1112 kg more than 1976 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 1976 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Volare. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | GMC | Plymouth |
| Model | Canyon | Volare |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3687 cc |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 117.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1465 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 |
