2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 860 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1990 Honda Legend (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Canyon | 1990 Honda Legend | |
Make | GMC | Honda |
Model | Canyon | Legend |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3206 cc |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |