1992 Ford Corsair vs. 2005 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2005 Honda Pilot is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1992 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Pilot weights approximately 880 kg more than 1992 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Corsair. 2005 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1992 Ford Corsair has manual transmission. 1992 Ford Corsair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Corsair | 2005 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Corsair | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
