2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1988 Nissan Prairie
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Prairie. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Prairie would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Prairie. (79 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Prairie. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 752 kg more than 1988 Nissan Prairie. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Nissan Prairie. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Prairie. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Prairie.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1988 Nissan Prairie | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Canyon | Prairie |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2520 mm |
