2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1977 Porsche 928
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 928. (237 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Porsche 928 weights approximately 321 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1977 Porsche 928 (363 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1977 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Ridgeline | 928 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3470 cc | 4473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 85 L |
