1950 Ford Zephyr vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Zephyr. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1950 Ford Zephyr has manual transmission. 1950 Ford Zephyr will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Ford Zephyr | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Zephyr | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 77 L |
