2007 Honda Pilot vs. 1968 NSU 1000
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1968 NSU 1000. (70 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1968 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1316 kg more than 1968 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 NSU 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU 1000. (83 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Pilot | 1968 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Honda | NSU |
| Model | Pilot | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 82 L |
