1989 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 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 158 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1989 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda Pilot is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Escort | Pilot |
Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 2041 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4861 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2775 mm |