2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1959 Toyota Corona

To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1617 kg more than 1959 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Corona. (64 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

2006 GMC Canyon 1959 Toyota Corona
Make GMC Toyota
Model Canyon Corona
Year Released 2006 1959
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3458 cc 994 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 220 HP 29 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 64 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 65 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 75 mm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2577 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 3920 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 75 L