1966 Audi Variant vs. 2008 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Audi Variant would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1966 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1966 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 110 kg more than 1966 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Audi Variant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Audi Variant | 2008 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Variant | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3110 mm |
