2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1986 Toyota Crown
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 Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Crown 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 89 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Crown. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Crown.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Crown. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Crown. 2007 GMC Canyon has automatic transmission and 1986 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1986 Toyota Crown 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1986 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Canyon | Crown |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
