2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1994 Lada Samara
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lada Samara would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1994 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 666 kg more than 1994 Lada Samara. 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 1994 Lada Samara. 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Samara. 2006 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1994 Lada Samara has manual transmission. 1994 Lada Samara 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 | 1994 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Ridgeline | Samara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2470 mm |
