2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1971 Oldsmobile 442
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile 442. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile 442 would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile 442 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (260 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile 442 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (502 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile 442 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 1971 Oldsmobile 442 | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Pilot | 442 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 7467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 108 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |