2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life 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 152 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. 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 1971 Honda Life. 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 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1971 Honda Life | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Canyon | Life |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2090 mm |
