2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 418 kg more than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1979 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Ridgeline | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2960 mm |