1970 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1970 Ford Mustang. (217 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 28 kg more than 1970 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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.
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1970 Ford Mustang | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4733 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3110 mm |