1990 Honda NSX vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda NSX would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (355 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1990 Honda NSX. (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1034 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda NSX | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Honda | GMC |
Model | NSX | Sierra |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2439 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1872 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |