1986 Honda Legend vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1986 Honda Legend. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 158 kg more than 1986 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Legend. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Legend | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Legend | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |