2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,269 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 79 kg more than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Canyon | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4269 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2850 mm |
