2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter 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 185 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 391 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Ridgeline | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Ridgeline | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2340 mm |
