2010 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1991 Ford Laser
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Laser would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1991 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 124 kg more than 1991 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Honda Ridgeline | 1991 Ford Laser | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Ridgeline | Laser |
Year Released | 2010 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2510 mm |