2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1976 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia 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 169 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1094 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Canyon (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1976 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Canyon | Familia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2270 mm |
