2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 727 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 928. 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (430 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. 2006 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche 928 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 | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Ridgeline | 928 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 4957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2510 mm |
