2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1984 Ford Laser
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1984 Ford Laser. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 671 kg more than 1984 Ford Laser. 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 1984 Ford Laser. 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 (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Laser. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1984 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Ridgeline | Laser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2370 mm |
