1984 Porsche 944 vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1984 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1984 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 720 kg more than 1984 Porsche 944. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Porsche 944 | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | 944 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 83 L |
