2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 297 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1986 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ridgeline | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2830 mm |
