1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 400 kg more than 1981 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick LeSabre | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 3473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3110 mm |