2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1971 Toyota Century
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Century. (128 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Century weights approximately 182 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Because 1971 Toyota Century 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 1971 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Century. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1971 Toyota Century has manual transmission. 1971 Toyota Century will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 1971 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Pilot | Century |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2870 mm |
