2004 GMC Yukon vs. 1991 Honda NSX
To start off, 2004 GMC Yukon is newer by 13 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1991 Honda NSX. (281 HP @ 7300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Yukon weights approximately 796 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, 2004 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda NSX. 2004 GMC Yukon 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. 2004 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Yukon | 1991 Honda NSX | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Yukon | NSX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2540 mm |
