1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 865 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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 1976 Ford Taunus. 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Taunus has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Taunus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Taunus | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 77 L |
