2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1991 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Supra (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 173 kg more than 1991 Toyota Supra.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Toyota Supra. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Supra. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1991 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Canyon | Supra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
