2008 GMC Canyon vs. 1955 Skoda 1200
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Skoda 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Skoda 1200 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1955 Skoda 1200. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1955 Skoda 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1131 kg more than 1955 Skoda 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Skoda 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Skoda 1200. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Skoda 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 1955 Skoda 1200 | |
| Make | GMC | Skoda |
| Model | Canyon | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
