1991 Honda NSX vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda NSX would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Honda NSX. (281 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1991 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2011 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda NSX. 2011 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1991 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1991 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda NSX | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | NSX | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
