2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 weights approximately 507 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2006 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 1966 Willys-Overland Aero-Willys 2600 | |
| Make | Honda | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Ridgeline | Aero-Willys 2600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 853 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2740 mm |
