2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1978 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 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 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1978 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 940 kg more than 1978 Opel Kadett. 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 1978 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 (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1978 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | GMC | Opel |
| Model | Canyon | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| 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 | 185 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |
