2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1969 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Sunny 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 (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1790 kg more than 1969 Nissan Sunny. 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 1969 Nissan Sunny. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1969 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Canyon | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2290 mm |
