2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1958 Tatra T603
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1958 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1958 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 260 kg more than 1958 Tatra T603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Tatra T603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1958 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | GMC | Tatra |
| Model | Canyon | T603 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2760 mm |
