2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1990 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1990 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Canyon | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 5733 cc |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
