2011 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 343 kg more than 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Ridgeline | 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Honda | De Tomaso |
| Model | Ridgeline | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |
