1973 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 471 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 2008 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1168 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3110 mm |
