2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1980 Volkswagen Iltis
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volkswagen Iltis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volkswagen Iltis 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) has 170 more horse power than 1980 Volkswagen Iltis. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1980 Volkswagen Iltis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volkswagen Iltis weights approximately 227 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 1980 Volkswagen Iltis. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volkswagen Iltis. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1980 Volkswagen Iltis has manual transmission. 1980 Volkswagen Iltis 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 | 1980 Volkswagen Iltis | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Pilot | Iltis |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1714 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 328 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2110 mm |