2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1972 Rover 3.5
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Rover 3.5. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover 3.5.
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, 1972 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon. 1972 Rover 3.5 has automatic transmission and 2009 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2009 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Rover 3.5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1972 Rover 3.5 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Canyon | 3.5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |
