1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 427 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1786 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |
