2004 GMC Canyon vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 GMC Canyon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Canyon (220 HP) has 153 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Canyon weights approximately 575 kg more than 1979 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 GMC Canyon (305 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Canyon | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Canyon | Crown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2700 mm |
