1992 GMC Typhoon vs. 2000 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2000 Nissan Sentra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 595 kg more than 2000 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon 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, 1992 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (184 Nm). This means 1992 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 GMC Typhoon | 2000 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Typhoon | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
