1951 Rover P4 vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Rover P4 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1951 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1951 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 653 kg more than 1951 Rover P4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Rover P4. 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Rover P4. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Rover P4 | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Rover | Honda |
| Model | P4 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2103 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 42 L |
