2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1970 Volvo 145
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 145. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 700 kg more than 1970 Volvo 145. 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 1970 Volvo 145. 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 145. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 145.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Ridgeline | 1970 Volvo 145 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Ridgeline | 145 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2620 mm |