2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1976 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Canyon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 GMC Suburban 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, 1976 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon. 1976 GMC Suburban 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. 1976 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1976 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Canyon | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3300 mm |
