2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Camira 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 136 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 130 kg more than 1984 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Holden Camira. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Ridgeline | 1984 Holden Camira | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Ridgeline | Camira |
Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2580 mm |