1984 Ford Fiesta 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 Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta 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 @ 5700 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 2009 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fiesta | Pilot |
Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2780 mm |