1992 GMC Typhoon vs. 1999 Toyota Prius
To start off, 1999 Toyota Prius is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Prius. (127 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon 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, 1992 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Prius. (108 Nm). This means 1992 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 GMC Typhoon | 1999 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Typhoon | Prius |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
