2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1979 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown 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 @ 5750 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 108 kg more than 1979 Toyota Crown. 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 1979 Toyota Crown. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (191 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Ridgeline | 1979 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Ridgeline | Crown |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2700 mm |