2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1988 Toyota Century
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 777 kg more than 1988 Toyota Century. 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 1988 Toyota Century. 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 (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1988 Toyota Century | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Canyon | Century |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3994 cc |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2870 mm |
