1980 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Escort 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 201 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1107 kg more than 1980 Ford Escort. 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 1980 Ford Escort. 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1980 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1980 Ford Escort 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:
1980 Ford Escort | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Pilot |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 903 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 77 L |