2008 GMC Canyon vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (232 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 591 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Supra. 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (351 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Canyon | Supra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
