1990 Renault Alpine vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1990 Renault Alpine. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 251 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault Alpine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Alpine. (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Alpine. 2010 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1990 Renault Alpine has manual transmission. 1990 Renault Alpine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Renault Alpine | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Renault | Honda |
Model | Alpine | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 83 L |