1969 Mazda Luce 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 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 788 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mazda Luce | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | Luce | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2618 cc | 3471 cc |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3110 mm |