2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 428 kg more than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
Make | Honda | Plymouth |
Model | Ridgeline | Trail Duster |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 247 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2700 mm |