2007 GMC Sierra vs. 1989 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 6,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1288 kg more than 1989 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Prairie. (164 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 1989 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 6172 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2520 mm |
