1972 Ford Torino vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 349 kg more than 1972 Ford Torino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Torino 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 Torino. 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino. 2010 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Torino has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Torino 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:
1972 Ford Torino | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Torino | Pilot |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 79 L |