1990 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (297 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 255 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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 Mercedes-Benz S (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | S | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3100 mm |
