1991 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 373 kg more than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
| Model | Toronado | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3110 mm |
