2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus 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 177 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 40 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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 1976 Ford Taunus. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Pilot | Taunus |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |