1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 2003 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2003 Honda Pilot is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 6,292 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (270 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Honda Pilot. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 750 kg more than 2003 Honda Pilot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Dodge Monaco is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Dodge Monaco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Dodge Monaco (529 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Pilot. 2003 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1967 Dodge Monaco has manual transmission. 1967 Dodge Monaco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 2003 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Monaco | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6292 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 73 L |
