1985 Honda Prelude vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Prelude 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 140 more horse power than 1985 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1072 kg more than 1985 Honda Prelude. 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 1985 Honda Prelude. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Prelude. (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Prelude | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Prelude | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 2047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1786 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |