2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1947 Tatra Tatraplan
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Tatra Tatraplan would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Tatra Tatraplan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1947 Tatra Tatraplan | |
| Make | GMC | Tatra |
| Model | Canyon | Tatraplan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1947 |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2710 mm |
