1969 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 209 kg more than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. 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 1969 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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. 2011 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1969 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 83 L |
