2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. (219 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Because 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 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 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pilot | 380 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 90 L |
