2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (77 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 2007 GMC Canyon has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Canyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2007 GMC Canyon 1970 Toyota Corolla
Make GMC Toyota
Model Canyon Corolla
Year Released 2007 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3700 cc 1166 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 243 HP 77 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 328 Nm 95 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4600 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1894 kg 774 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2340 mm