1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2012 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2012 GMC Canyon is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (220 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1168 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 2012 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (221 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Prelude | 2012 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | Prelude | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
