1972 Mazda 616 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 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 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 168 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 616 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3100 mm |
