1996 Nissan President vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan President weights approximately 761 kg more than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. 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 1996 Nissan President. 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, 1996 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Nissan President | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | President | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 3470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3110 mm |