2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1409 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy 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 Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1990 Honda Civic | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Envoy | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
