1975 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 257 kg more than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Fairlane. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fairlane | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3110 mm |
