2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1968 Plymouth GTX
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth GTX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth GTX would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth GTX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth GTX (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth GTX weights approximately 136 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Plymouth GTX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1968 Plymouth GTX (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1968 Plymouth GTX | |
| Make | Honda | Plymouth |
| Model | Ridgeline | GTX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |
