2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1993 Toyota Century
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Century. (154 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 678 kg more than 1993 Toyota Century. 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 1993 Toyota Century. 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, 1993 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon. 1993 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2009 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2009 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1993 Toyota Century | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Canyon | Century |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2870 mm |
