2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Canyon | 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
Model | Canyon | Toronado |
Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3790 cc |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2750 mm |