1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2008 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 2008 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Camaro | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3110 mm |
