2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (218 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Ridgeline | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ridgeline | 420 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2850 mm |