2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Ascona 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 173 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 434 kg more than 1985 Opel Ascona. 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 (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Ridgeline | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Ridgeline | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
