1979 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1979 Ford Mustang. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 790 kg more than 1979 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Mustang. (209 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Mustang. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1979 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1979 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Mustang | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Pilot |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |