1984 Ford Escort vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP) has 172 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (78 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Escort | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escort | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
