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 6,553 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 76 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (168 HP @ 4200 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. 1972 Ford Gran Torino weights approximately 4 kg more than 2007 Honda Pilot.
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 (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 78 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 | 6553 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2014 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 77 L |
