2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1965 Morris Mini Moke
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Mini Moke. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Mini Moke would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 868 kg more than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Mini Moke. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Mini Moke.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 1965 Morris Mini Moke | |
| Make | Honda | Morris |
| Model | Ridgeline | Mini Moke |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
