2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1995 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Almera 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 106 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Almera. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 202 kg more than 1995 Nissan Almera. 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 1995 Nissan Almera. 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 (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Almera. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Almera. 2008 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Almera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Ridgeline | 1995 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Ridgeline | Almera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2540 mm |
