1978 Ford Falcon vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1978 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 81 kg more than 1978 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Falcon. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Falcon | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Falcon | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3110 mm |
