2009 GMC Canyon vs. 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1218 kg more than 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 2009 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 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, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Canyon | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
