2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. (231 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 418 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420. 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 (327 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ridgeline | 420 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3080 mm |
