1987 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Celica. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1128 kg more than 1987 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2012 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Celica. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Celica | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Toyota | GMC |
| Model | Celica | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
