1986 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1986 Ford Thunderbird. (162 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 621 kg more than 1986 Ford Thunderbird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Ford Thunderbird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Thunderbird. (241 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Thunderbird | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Thunderbird | Pilot |
Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 79 L |