1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 489 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Chevrolet Caprice | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Caprice | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 83 L |