1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 750 kg more than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Ridgeline. 2013 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1962 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1808 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3100 mm |