2001 GMC Sonoma vs. 1990 Honda Accord
To start off, 2001 GMC Sonoma is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 Honda Accord.
Because 2001 GMC Sonoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 GMC Sonoma 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, 1990 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Sonoma | 1990 Honda Accord | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Sonoma | Accord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2730 mm |
