1989 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1989 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Electra weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Electra. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Electra | 2008 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Electra | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3110 mm |