2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1998 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
| Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Canyon | Eighty-Eight |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3791 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |
