1978 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2013 Honda Pilot is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1978 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm). This means 1978 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Pilot. 2013 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1978 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1978 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4861 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2775 mm |
