1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2011 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2011 GMC Canyon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Canyon (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Canyon weights approximately 495 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 GMC Canyon (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Prelude | 2011 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Honda | GMC |
Model | Prelude | Canyon |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |