2006 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1984 Maserati 420
To start off, 2006 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 410 kg more than 1984 Maserati 420. 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 1984 Maserati 420. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Ridgeline | 1984 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Ridgeline | 420 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2610 mm |
