2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1980 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 157 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Silvia. 2006 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1980 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1980 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Ridgeline | 1980 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Ridgeline | Silvia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |