1968 Ford Corsair vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Corsair 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 @ 5750 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1131 kg more than 1968 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Corsair. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Corsair. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Corsair has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Corsair 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:
| 1968 Ford Corsair | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Corsair | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| 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 | 885 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 77 L |
