2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1970 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 389 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1970 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Ridgeline | Familia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2200 mm |