2008 GMC Canyon vs. 1970 Jensen FF
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jensen FF (280 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jensen FF should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 166 kg more than 1970 Jensen FF.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 1970 Jensen FF | |
| Make | GMC | Jensen |
| Model | Canyon | FF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
