2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1964 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Cedric. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 108 kg more than 1964 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Cedric. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1964 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Ridgeline | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2540 mm |
