2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 680 kg more than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Canyon. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Canyon. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Canyon | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 3030 mm |
