2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina 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 (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Carina. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Carina. 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 (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Canyon | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
