1991 Renault Express 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 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Express would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 373 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Renault Express. 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express. 2011 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1991 Renault Express has manual transmission. 1991 Renault Express will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault Express | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Express | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3110 mm |
