1994 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (401 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 473 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (523 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. 2011 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1994 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1994 Chevrolet Corvette 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:
| 1994 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 523 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 42 L |
