1996 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 2013 Honda Pilot. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 300 kg more than 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro.
Because 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro 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 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 557 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Pilot. 2013 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro has manual transmission. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Lotec | Honda |
| Model | Testa de Oro | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 3471 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 741 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1956 kg |
