2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1976 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1976 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 GMC Canyon.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Jimmy. 1976 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 2007 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2007 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1976 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Canyon | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
