2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault Fuego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault Fuego would be higher. At 2,770 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1980 Renault Fuego. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault Fuego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1542 kg more than 1980 Renault Fuego. 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 Renault Fuego. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault Fuego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Canyon | Fuego |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1647 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 56 L |
