1955 Ford Popular vs. 2006 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Popular would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1955 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1955 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Popular. 2006 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1955 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1955 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Popular | 2006 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Popular | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 3473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3110 mm |
