2008 GMC Canyon vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona 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 45 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. 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 1968 Toyota Corona. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Canyon | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1858 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |
