1972 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Vega | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Vega | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 83 L |
