2008 GMC Canyon vs. 1965 Honda S600
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Honda S600 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 129 more horse power than 1965 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1965 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1436 kg more than 1965 Honda S600. 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 1965 Honda S600. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Honda S600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 1965 Honda S600 | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Canyon | S600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 35 L |
