1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2010 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 470 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1971 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Pilot. 2010 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1971 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Pilot |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |