1981 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord 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 1981 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1047 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Accord | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Accord | Pilot |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2007 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2774 mm |