2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter 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 127 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1602 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Canyon | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Canyon | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1588 cc |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |