1983 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 906 kg more than 1983 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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Escort | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4861 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2775 mm |
