1989 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1989 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 104 kg more than 1989 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Mustang. 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 (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Mustang | 2008 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3110 mm |