2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1977 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Stratos 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 60 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1977 Lancia Stratos. 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 1977 Lancia Stratos. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Stratos. 2006 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1977 Lancia Stratos has manual transmission. 1977 Lancia Stratos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 1977 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Ridgeline | Stratos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
