2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1972 Honda Z
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Z 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 (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1972 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1968 kg more than 1972 Honda Z. 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 1972 Honda Z. 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 (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1972 Honda Z | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Canyon | Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| 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 | 185 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2010 mm |
