1979 Ford Escort vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1979 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1979 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Escort 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 1979 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Escort. 2012 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1979 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1979 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Escort | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Pilot |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 79 L |