1971 Nissan Cedric vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 723 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cedric | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Cedric | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3110 mm |
