1967 Ford 17 vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 17 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1967 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 905 kg more than 1967 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Ford 17 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 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford 17 | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | 17 | Pilot |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 79 L |