1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 443 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Honda |
| Model | 420 | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3110 mm |
