2006 GMC Canyon vs. 1990 Honda NSX
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 NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,458 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (270 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 GMC Canyon. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1212 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX.
Because 2006 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda NSX. 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, 2006 GMC Canyon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 1990 Honda NSX | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Canyon | NSX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 2976 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
