2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1995 Rover 400
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 400 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 83 more horse power than 1995 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1358 kg more than 1995 Rover 400. 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 1995 Rover 400. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 400. (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1995 Rover 400 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Canyon | 400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
