1971 Honda 1300 vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1971 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Honda 1300 | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3471 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 77 L |
