2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1973 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. 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 1973 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1973 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Ridgeline | 1973 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Ridgeline | Firebird |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 7462 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |