2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda (309 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda 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, 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda 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. 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1986 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | GMC | Aston Martin |
| Model | Canyon | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 97 L |
