2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1974 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Familia 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 176 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 657 kg more than 1974 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 (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1974 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Ridgeline | Familia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1272 cc |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2270 mm |