2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 430 kg more than 1953 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Ridgeline | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Ridgeline | Sports |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2160 mm |
