1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 643 kg more than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 42 L |