2008 GMC Canyon vs. 1959 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1959 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1959 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 891 kg more than 1959 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Canyon | 1959 Toyota Crown | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Canyon | Crown |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |