2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1988 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Vanette.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Nissan Vanette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Vanette. 2007 GMC Canyon has automatic transmission and 1988 Nissan Vanette has manual transmission. 1988 Nissan Vanette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Canyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 GMC Canyon | 1988 Nissan Vanette | |
Make | GMC | Nissan |
Model | Canyon | Vanette |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | Pickup | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2080 mm |