2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1973 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 Lincoln Continental. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1973 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1141 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Lincoln Continental. 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, 1973 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1973 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1973 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Ridgeline | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 7542 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 2334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3230 mm |
