2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1971 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1971 Volkswagen 411. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1971 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Volkswagen 411 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Volkswagen 411. 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Volkswagen 411. (135 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 1971 Volkswagen 411 | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Pilot | 411 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |