2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1985 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Tempo 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 144 more horse power than 1985 Ford Tempo. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Tempo weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Tempo. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 1985 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Pilot | Tempo |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2540 mm |