1982 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Escort 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 180 more horse power than 1982 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 511 kg more than 1982 Ford Escort. 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 1982 Ford Escort. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 3110 mm |
