2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 249 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza. 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 1981 Nissan Stanza. 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Ridgeline | Stanza |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2480 mm |