2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1975 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Opel Kadett 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 135 more horse power than 1975 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Opel Kadett. 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Opel Kadett. (81 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1975 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Canyon | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 43 L |
