1982 Toyota Celica vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (119 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 281 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Toyota Celica | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Toyota | Honda |
| Model | Celica | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 3471 cc |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3110 mm |
