2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Canyon | GTO |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |
