1975 Ford Capri vs. 2003 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2003 Honda Pilot is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (55 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Pilot weights approximately 104 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Capri 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 1975 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Capri | 2003 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Capri | Pilot |
Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1114 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |