1979 Oldsmobile Starfire vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. (130 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire weights approximately 140 kg more than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. 2010 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire has manual transmission. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
| Model | Starfire | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
