2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1994 Volvo 960
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 960 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 (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1994 Volvo 960.
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, 1994 Volvo 960 (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 960 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1994 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | GMC | Volvo |
| Model | Canyon | 960 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
