2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,770 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1762 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. 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 (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Canyon | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
