1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2008 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 520 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Avanti Avanti | 2008 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Avanti | Honda |
| Model | Avanti | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 3110 mm |
