1990 Ford Fairlane vs. 2008 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1990 Ford Fairlane. (186 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 201 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1990 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Fairlane | 2008 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fairlane | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3110 mm |
