1978 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1978 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1978 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 845 kg more than 1978 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Audi 100. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1978 Audi 100 has manual transmission. 1978 Audi 100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Audi 100 | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 100 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |
