2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort 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 182 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 175 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. 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 1975 Ford Escort. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 1975 Ford Escort | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Pilot | Escort |
Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |