2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (185 HP) has 125 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 884 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Canyon | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2380 mm |
