2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1980 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1980 Lincoln Continental. (130 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1980 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 580 kg more than 1980 Lincoln Continental. 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 Lincoln Continental. 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, 1980 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1980 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | GMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Canyon | Continental |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2990 mm |
