2008 GMC Canyon vs. 1964 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jeep CJ5 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 126 more horse power than 1964 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1964 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1111 kg more than 1964 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 1964 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Canyon | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2060 mm |
