1971 Audi Variant vs. 2008 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 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 194 more horse power than 1971 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 106 kg more than 1971 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 1971 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi Variant | 2008 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | Variant | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 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 |
