2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1987 Nissan Mid4
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Mid4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Mid4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Mid4 (325 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Mid4 should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1031 kg more than 1987 Nissan Mid4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Nissan Mid4 (390 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Mid4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1987 Nissan Mid4 | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Envoy | Mid4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1210 mm |
