1978 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 145 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Pilot |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 77 L |