1971 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 671 kg more than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Pontiac | Honda |
| Model | Grand Prix | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6545 cc | 3470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 83 L |
