2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. (153 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 677 kg more than 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Canyon | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Canyon | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3955 cc |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2740 mm |