2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1969 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volkswagen 1600 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) has 194 more horse power than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 508 kg more than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. 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 1969 Volkswagen 1600. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 1969 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Ridgeline | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 40 L |
