2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1980 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,801 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1828 kg more than 1980 Honda Civic. 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 1980 Honda Civic. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1980 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Canyon | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 1335 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
