2007 Honda Pilot vs. 1972 Mazda RX-4
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda RX-4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda RX-4 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 130 more horse power than 1972 Mazda RX-4. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda RX-4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 900 kg more than 1972 Mazda RX-4. 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 1972 Mazda RX-4. 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 (326 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda RX-4. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda RX-4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Pilot | 1972 Mazda RX-4 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Pilot | RX-4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |