2007 GMC Canyon vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2007 GMC Canyon is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Canyon weights approximately 840 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Canyon | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Canyon | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
