2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 505 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 80 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 138 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 Peugeot 505. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (235 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Ridgeline | 505 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2680 mm |
