2008 GMC Canyon vs. 1990 Honda NSX
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 18 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (252 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 736 kg more than 1990 Honda NSX.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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 NSX (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon. 1990 Honda NSX has automatic transmission and 2008 GMC Canyon has manual transmission. 2008 GMC Canyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Honda NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 1990 Honda NSX | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Canyon | NSX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
