2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1995 Volvo 960
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 960. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 960 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 82 more horse power than 1995 Volvo 960. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1995 Volvo 960. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 960 weights approximately 307 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Volvo 960. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volvo 960. (233 Nm @ 4550 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volvo 960. 2009 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1995 Volvo 960 has manual transmission. 1995 Volvo 960 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 | 1995 Volvo 960 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Ridgeline | 960 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2780 mm |
