2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1958 Trabant P 70
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 504 kg more than 1958 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Ridgeline | 1958 Trabant P 70 | |
Make | Honda | Trabant |
Model | Ridgeline | P 70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2390 mm |