1997 Acura Integra vs. 2008 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura Integra would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1997 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura Integra weights approximately 24 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Acura Integra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura Integra | 2008 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | Integra | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
