1963 Rover P6 vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P6 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1963 Rover P6. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 767 kg more than 1963 Rover P6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Rover P6. 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P6. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P6. 2013 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1963 Rover P6 has manual transmission. 1963 Rover P6 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.
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1963 Rover P6 | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Rover | Honda |
Model | P6 | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1978 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2047 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1786 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 83 L |