2005 Honda Pilot vs. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Honda Pilot is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercedes-Benz S 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 126 more horse power than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Honda Pilot.
Because 2005 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S. (231 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Pilot | 1978 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pilot | S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
