1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2003 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2003 Honda Pilot is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina 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 132 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Cortina weights approximately 14 kg more than 2003 Honda Pilot.
Because 1977 Ford Cortina 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 1977 Ford Cortina. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina. 2003 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 2003 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Cortina | Pilot |
Year Released | 1977 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1114 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 73 L |