2006 GMC Sierra vs. 1990 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1651 kg more than 1990 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra 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, 2006 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 1990 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Micra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2317 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2310 mm |
