2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 815 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Canyon | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2380 mm |
