2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1984 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,801 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Crown. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1343 kg more than 1984 Toyota Crown. 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 1984 Toyota Crown. 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 (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Crown. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1984 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Canyon | Crown |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
