2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1979 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Carina 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 107 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Carina. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 775 kg more than 1979 Toyota Carina. 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 1979 Toyota Carina. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1979 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Canyon | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
