1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 705 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Maverick 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 1970 Ford Maverick. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Maverick | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4096 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
