1971 Honda Life vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 639 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life. 2009 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1971 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1971 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda Life | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Life | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |
