2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1977 Mazda 616
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda 616 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 168 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1977 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 1977 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Ridgeline | 616 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2480 mm |
