1993 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volkswagen Golf 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 187 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 226 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. 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 1993 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Golf. 2011 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1993 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1993 Volkswagen Golf 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:
| 1993 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Golf | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3110 mm |
