1980 Ford Escort vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 31 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), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1980 Ford Escort. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1094 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Escort. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Escort. 2011 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. 2011 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Escort | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1959 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2774 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 79 L |
