2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1978 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Publica 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 157 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1822 kg more than 1978 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Canyon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1978 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Canyon | Publica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2270 mm |
