2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1971 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 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 180 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 127 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cedric. (145 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1971 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Ridgeline | Cedric |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2700 mm |
