2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet 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 166 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Comet weights approximately 44 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Ridgeline | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | Ridgeline | Comet |
Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |