1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 560 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Mustang 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 1972 Ford Mustang. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Mustang. (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Mustang. 2008 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Pilot |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4090 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 77 L |