1975 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 59 kg more than 2011 Honda Ridgeline.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep. 2011 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep has manual transmission. 1975 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1975 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
Model | Jeep | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2383 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3110 mm |