2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1980 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1980 Porsche 911. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1980 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Porsche 911. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 911. (256 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 911. 2007 GMC Canyon has automatic transmission and 1980 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1980 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Canyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1980 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | GMC | Porsche |
| Model | Canyon | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |
