1972 Ford Gran Torino vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 5,751 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 268 kg more than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1972 Ford Gran Torino (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Gran Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Gran Torino | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Gran Torino | Pilot |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5751 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 77 L |