1981 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 531 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord. 2009 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1981 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1981 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Accord | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |
