2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1970 Honda S800
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S800 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1970 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1184 kg more than 1970 Honda S800. 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 1970 Honda S800. 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 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800. 2007 GMC Canyon has automatic transmission and 1970 Honda S800 has manual transmission. 1970 Honda S800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Canyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1970 Honda S800 | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Canyon | S800 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |
