2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1989 Honda Integra

To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Integra 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 144 more horse power than 1989 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 183 kg more than 1989 Honda Integra. 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 1989 Honda Integra. 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Integra. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Integra. 2009 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Integra has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda Ridgeline 1989 Honda Integra
Make Honda Honda
Model Ridgeline Integra
Year Released 2009 1989
Body Type Pickup Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3471 cc 1590 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 335 Nm 134 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 16.3:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1193 kg 1010 kg
Vehicle Length 5260 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2560 mm


 

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